How do I complete the quest to free Divine Beast Vah Medoh in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild?

To free Divine Beast Vah Medoh in The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, you must complete a series of tasks that involve combat, puzzle-solving, and exploration. Vah Medoh is the Divine Beast associated with the Rito tribe, and it is located in the Hebra region, high above Rito Village. The quest to free Vah Medoh is called "Divine Beast Vah Medoh," and it begins when you speak to Teba, a Rito warrior, in Rito Village. Below is a detailed guide on how to complete this quest.

First, you need to prepare for the quest. Before heading to Rito Village, ensure you have a good supply of arrows, especially Bomb Arrows, as they will be useful during the aerial battle with Vah Medoh. You should also have a decent bow, such as the Falcon Bow or a Royal Bow, and some strong melee weapons. Additionally, stock up on healing items like Hearty meals or Elixirs, as the battles can be challenging. Cold resistance is also necessary since the Hebra region is freezing. You can either wear the Rito armor set, which provides cold resistance, or consume food or elixirs that grant cold resistance.

Once you arrive in Rito Village, speak to Teba near the village entrance. He will explain that Vah Medoh is causing trouble by firing lasers at the village. Teba will agree to help you take down the Divine Beast, but you need to prove your worth by shooting targets in a mini-game. This mini-game involves shooting targets while gliding, and it serves as a test of your archery skills. After completing the mini-game, Teba will take you to the flight range, where you will prepare for the assault on Vah Medoh.

At the flight range, Teba will explain the plan. You will need to board Vah Medoh by using a paraglider to reach it while Teba distracts its defenses. Before taking off, make sure you have plenty of Bomb Arrows, as they are essential for destroying the cannons on Vah Medoh. Once you are ready, Teba will launch you into the air, and you will need to glide toward Vah Medoh while avoiding its laser attacks. Use your bow to shoot the cannons on the Divine Beast. Aim for the glowing weak points to disable them. This part of the quest requires precise aiming and timing, so take your time and focus on hitting the targets.

After disabling the cannons, you will land on Vah Medoh. Now, the real challenge begins. You must navigate the interior of the Divine Beast, solving puzzles and defeating enemies to gain control of it. The puzzles inside Vah Medoh involve manipulating the beast's tilt using the map on your Sheikah Slate. By tilting Vah Medoh, you can change the orientation of certain platforms and pathways, allowing you to access new areas. Pay close attention to the map and experiment with tilting the Divine Beast to solve the puzzles.

One of the key puzzles involves activating terminals. There are five terminals in total, and you need to activate all of them to gain control of Vah Medoh. Each terminal is protected by a puzzle or an enemy. For example, one terminal requires you to use the tilt mechanic to create a path, while another may involve defeating a group of enemies. Take your time to explore each area and use your Sheikah Slate abilities, such as Magnesis and Stasis, to solve the puzzles.

Once all five terminals are activated, you will face Windblight Ganon, the boss of Vah Medoh. Windblight Ganon is a fast and agile enemy that uses wind-based attacks. It will teleport around the arena and fire energy blasts at you. To defeat Windblight Ganon, use your bow to shoot its eye, which is its weak point. When it is stunned, attack it with your melee weapons. Repeat this process until its health is depleted. Be sure to dodge its attacks and use your shield to block incoming projectiles.

After defeating Windblight Ganon, you will regain control of Vah Medoh. The Divine Beast will move to a new location, and you will receive Revali's Gale, a powerful ability that allows you to create an upward draft, making it easier to climb and glide. This ability is incredibly useful for exploration and combat.

In summary, freeing Divine Beast Vah Medoh involves preparing for the quest, completing a mini-game, disabling cannons on the Divine Beast, solving puzzles inside it, and defeating Windblight Ganon. Make sure to bring plenty of arrows, especially Bomb Arrows, and have cold resistance gear or items. Take your time to solve the puzzles and use your Sheikah Slate abilities effectively. With careful preparation and strategy, you can successfully free Vah Medoh and gain a powerful new ability.